How many syllables in “goboes”?
syllables in "goboes"
Word details
Syllables
2
go · boes
Letters
6
g · o · b · o · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “goboes”
The word “goboes” contains 2 syllables, divided as go · boes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goboes" have?
"goboes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "goboes" into syllables?
"goboes" is divided into syllables as: go · boes.
What is the Scrabble score for "goboes"?
The Scrabble score for "goboes" is 9 points.
Using “goboes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "goboes" (go · boes) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “goboes” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.